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research Obsessive-Compulsive Skin Disorders: A Novel Classification Based on Degree of Insight

21 citations, September 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”

The new classification system for skin disorders emphasizes the importance of understanding a patient's awareness of their condition for better treatment.

research Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Dermatology

15 citations, September 2015 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”

Skin doctors should recognize and treat conditions like hair-pulling and skin-picking early, often using therapy and medication, to help 50-70% of patients.

research Trichotillomania: What Do We Know So Far?

8 citations, September 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders”

Trichotillomania treatment is most successful with a mix of behavioral therapy, medication, and social support.

research Psychological Assessment in 355 Chinese College Students With Androgenetic Alopecia

11 citations, August 2018 in “Medicine”

Hair loss in Chinese college students leads to various psychological issues, so treatment should address both hair loss and mental health.

research Trichotillomania: Neurobiology And Treatment

119 citations, February 2009 in “Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews”

Trichotillomania involves hair pulling and can be treated with therapy and medication.

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community Anyone else not have hobbies anymore because of this?

in Chat 117 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is expressing an obsession with hair loss and spends all their time researching and discussing it. Other users suggest seeking therapy and focusing on other aspects of life.

community Massive study on finasteride side effects released

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 83 upvotes 1 year ago

The release of a study on 5a-reductase inhibitors (finasteride and dutasteride) which showed an increased risk of depression, dementia, decreased libido, and reduced semen load as potential side effects; discussion around other forms of hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, RU58841, or opting to accept baldness; and advice to consider professional help for deeper issues related to hair loss.

community Father trying to save his 17 year old son from MPB

in Progress Pictures 160 upvotes 2 years ago

Father assists son with hair loss using Finasteride Propecia. Son's hair improves, considers adding Minoxidil or Dutasteride for better results.

community Is it just me, or when people start having MPB symptoms, every single person you look at you start analyzing their hair? Ik it sounds weird

in Chat 168 upvotes 4 months ago

A user discusses their habit of analyzing others' hair due to their own hair thinning at 18. Another user mentions starting finasteride in 2010 and still having a full head of hair.

community Assorted Thoughts on Psychology of Hairloss

6 upvotes 5 years ago

The user has been on finasteride for 8 years to treat hair loss and is experiencing obsessive thoughts about balding. They discuss the psychological impact of hair loss and the different ways people on hair loss forums cope, either by shaving their heads or seeking treatments.

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